National Ice Cream Sandwich Day

National Ice Cream Sandwich Day History

National Ice Cream Sandwich Day celebrates the delicious handheld dessert, the ice cream sandwich. This day is observed to appreciate the tasty treat that has long been popular among people of all ages and is enjoyed worldwide, particularly during hot summer months.The ice cream sandwich has evolved over the years with various flavours, shapes, and creative combinations catering to different tastes and dietary restrictions.

The ice cream sandwich traces its origins back to the early 1900s, when it was widely popular across the United States. In Canada, the classic ice cream sandwich is typically made using rectangular chocolate wafers and vanilla ice cream. Other variations include soft chocolate chip cookies and gourmet flavours such as salted caramel or pistachio. Canadians have been enjoying these creamy concoctions for generations, with the ice cream sandwich being a staple at many summer gatherings and outdoor events.

On National Ice Cream Sandwich Day, Canadians are encouraged to partake in the celebration by indulging in this cool, tasty treat while remembering the nostalgic feeling associated with the ice cream truck or a picnic on a hot summer's day. Ice cream shops and retailers may offer special promotions, deals or limited edition flavours during the observance, making it the perfect opportunity to explore the myriad of ice cream sandwich options available in Canada. National Ice Cream Sandwich Day is observed on August 2nd, just in time to enjoy the dessert as a delicious reprieve from the summer heat.

National Ice Cream Sandwich Day facts

• According to mobile-cuisine, ice cream sandwiches were typically sold for about 1 cent each back in 1905.
• The first ice cream sandwich was sold in 1899 from a pushcart in the Bowery neighborhood of New York. It was made of vanilla ice cream pressed between two thin graham wafers.
• The largest ice cream sandwich ever made weighed 2,460 pounds and was created in 2011.
• In 2022, approximately 4.51 liters of ice cream was available for consumption per person in Canada
• According to a survey by Narrative Research, most Canadians prefer chocolate-flavored ice cream, closely followed by vanilla, mint chocolate, maple walnut, and butterscotch.

In the News and Trending in Canada for National Ice Cream Sandwich Day

Top things to do in Canada for this observance

• Visit your local ice cream parlor and order ice cream sandwiches. They may be offering special deals to celebrate the day.
• Make donut ice cream sandwiches. Slice glazed donuts in half and sandwich your favorite ice cream flavor in between.
• Visit Bang Bang Ice Cream and Bakery in Toronto, ON. The bakery is known for their creative ice cream sandwiches made with cookies, pastries, or Hong Kong-style egg waffles.